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Science Data Analyst for MAVEN/IUVS

Position Number: 6135012
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Science - Astronomy and Astrophysics

Science Data Analyst for MAVEN/IUVS

Requisition Number: 63235
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Research Faculty
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 02-May-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) at the University of Colorado Boulder is seeking a talented data analyst to work with the Imaging Ultraviolet Spectrograph (IUVS) team on the MAVEN mission. The IUVS team has made important discoveries in the areas of Mars atmosphere, including escape and evolution, aurora, nightglow, photochemistry, composition, dynamics and cloud formation, and more discoveries are anticipated. The team is led by Nick Schneider.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

LASP is a world-renowned space science research institute at the University of Colorado Boulder employing over 700 scientists, engineers, support personnel, and students. The University of Colorado receives more NASA funding than any public university in the country, due in large part to LASP programs. Professional engineers work closely with scientists and assembly technicians in designing and building space flight hardware while helping mentor students as entry-level engineers working on these programs. LASP is particularly proud of a work environment that supports employee creativity and productivity and offers opportunities for diverse experiences and a broad range of responsibilities.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Key Responsibilities: Data analysis and interpretation, scientific programming in python, IDL and other languages as needed, scientific interpretation and presentation of results at conferences and in publications. Comparison with numerical models and development of simulation software. Participation in data archiving and reporting activities. Mentoring junior team members and providing software support. Involvement in mission operations and planning activities.

What You Should Know

Position is primarily in-person in accordance with LASP policies.
5% Travel.

What We Can Offer

$53,000.00- $80,000.00.
This position is eligible for relocation.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

Bachelor's or Master's degree in astronomy, physics, computer science or related area.

What You Will Need

Experience in scientific programming including python (preferred) or other programming languages.
Experience working with remote sensing data, retrievals, image processing.
Experience with graphical data representation and scientific visualization.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

Resume or CV.
Cover Letter addressed to the Search Committee briefly describing your qualifications, professional goals, and specific interest in this position.
A graphic or figure of your own creation, demonstrating skill in scientific visualization. Include a descriptive caption including interpretation of something significant in the graphic.

If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit a translated version as an optional attachment.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until 5/2/25.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Science-Data-Analyst-for-MAVEN-IUVS/63235